SPRUCE MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL

Spruce Mountain High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the RSU 73 school district, located in Jay, ME with about 412 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Spruce Mountain High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Spruce Mountain High School, located in Jay, Maine, serves as a central educational hub for students in the Regional School Unit 73 (RSU 73) district, which encompasses the towns of Jay, Livermore, and Livermore Falls. The school was formed through the consolidation of the former Jay and Livermore Falls high schools, creating a unified campus designed to offer a broader range of academic and extracurricular opportunities for students in the rural Androscoggin County area. The school community emphasizes a commitment to fostering student success through a blend of traditional academics, vocational training, and community engagement.

Beyond its core curriculum, Spruce Mountain High School is known for its active school spirit and a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and service-oriented activities that help prepare students for life after graduation. The facility on Community Drive serves as a focal point for the surrounding towns, often hosting local events that bridge the gap between the student body and the broader community. By focusing on both personal growth and academic rigor, the school strives to provide a supportive environment that reflects the values and identity of the unique Maine region it serves.

For more information, contact Spruce Mountain High School at (207) 897-4336 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.